Paul Billinger
Macomb,MI
Summary
I am an accomplished mechanical designer who has worked closely with automotive and military equipment customers for 30 years developing state-of-the-art assembly systems, vehicles, and equipment. I excel in consulting with customers to translate verbal ideas and instructions into design plans. In recent years I have concentrated on multiple military programs and am currently working on military device packaging for Flir Systems.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer
Actalent
Troy, MI
02.2021 - Current
- Worked with Teledyne-Flir to design a multi-mast system on single axle trailer for Cerberus project
- Worked with Teledyne-Flir to design a drone transport and protection system for Stryker vehicle
- Responsible for designing a powered drone cradle with remote launch and charging capabilities for Stryker vehicle
- Responsible for designing framework for supply cases within large portable crates for the DRSKO project
- Designed all packaging for sensors and various equipment within cases for the DRSKO project
- Worked with Flir engineers in efforts to create various light weight antenna products
- Created detail and assembly drawings
Designer
Waltonen Engineering
Warren, MI
09.2014 - 02.2020
- Worked with General Dynamics to design operator hatches, hatch mechanisms, and periscope mounts and guards for their MPF tank project using Creo 5
- Designed mechanical wiper and washer system for driver hatch periscope
- Responsible for working with multiple engineers to design product that meets the projects ballistic and ergonomic requirements
- Used Team Center to download and upload latest versions of product used in various subassemblies
- Created detail, assembly, and installation drawings
- GMD1, GD&T and NAAMS standards
- Designed transfer case housing for ACV project using NX 9 – General Dynamics
- Designed overhead dual robot cells for Parma using NX 9
- Responsible for material handling designs for EOAT
- Designed multi-model weld fixture tooling for GM
- Work with processing department to customize weld fixtures for automated and manual weld stations
- Designed weld fixture tooling to conform to customer standards and processes.
Designer
Global Engineering Systems
Shelby Twp., MI
03.2013 - 06.2014
- Designed end-effectors and weld fixtures w/ BOE-style clamping
- Designed weld and part-handling tools to accommodate multiple body styles
- Used UG/NX, PowerPoint, and Excel to build kit and process sheets.
Instructional Designer
Industry Writers Group
Remote
06.2009 - 06.2017
- Edited exam questions written by HP server subject matter experts; established style and consistency and made suggestions for readability
- Wrote exam questions for channel partner certification programs using training course material developed by HP Education
- Designed eLearning training courses for ISS using Lectora Publisher
- Edited and revised a 50-page exam style guide for the HP Global Education Department.
Designer
Classic Design
Troy, MI
06.2011 - 03.2013
- Designed end-effectors, passing stands, ped welders, weld fixtures, part dollies, AGC carts and positioners using Unigraphics
- Retrieved product and tool files from Team Center for revision
- Developed part sheets for processing; Color-keyed sheets with part information such as metal thickness and material using PowerPoint.
Designer
Easom Automation
Madison Heights, MI
10.2005 - 07.2011
- Completed design and layout of robot transfer systems, turntables, and lift-and-carry transfers using Mechanical Desktop 2005-2009 and Inventor (3D models)
- Conducted research on build materials, contacted part vendors, and managed vendor quotes
- Generated bills of material; managed the release of commercial components, and fabricated details
- Worked directly with build shop employees to resolve issues and implement changes which increased quality and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Multimedia and Visual Communications
University of Phoenix
01.2012
Associate of Science - Architectural Technology, Architectural Residential & Commercial Design
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI01.2006
Systems And Tools
- Creo 3 and 5 (3 years)
- SolidWorks (3 years)
- NX/Unigraphics (6 years)
- Vis Mockup (2 years)
- Inventor 2008-09 (3 years)
- AutoCAD 12-14, 2000, 2004, Mechanical Desktop for Windows (12 years)
- Ulead Video Studio 9 (video editing and rendering)
- Photoshop 7 and CS2
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint
Accomplishment Highlights
- Responsible for designing a powered drone cradle with remote launch and charging capabilities for the Stryker vehicle using SolidWorks
- Worked with General Dynamics to design operator hatches, hatch mechanisms, and periscope mounts, guards, mechanical wiper and washer system on periscope for their MPF tank project using Creo 5
- Designed transfer case housing for ACV project using NX 9
- Successfully forged multiple client relationships with integrative design teams from General Motors, Chrysler, Ford, Caterpillar, and other leading manufacturers, to establish manufacturing processes and zone requirements
- Wrote installation process for weld-tool kits. Includes: safety precautions, teardown instructions, component and hardware identification, and installation instructions
- Managed multiple projects and coordinated designers for design of GM 360 Trailblazer framer
Timeline
Senior Designer
Actalent
02.2021 - Current
Designer
Waltonen Engineering
09.2014 - 02.2020
Designer
Global Engineering Systems
03.2013 - 06.2014
Designer
Classic Design
06.2011 - 03.2013
Instructional Designer
Industry Writers Group
06.2009 - 06.2017
Designer
Easom Automation
10.2005 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Multimedia and Visual Communications
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Architectural Technology, Architectural Residential & Commercial Design
Macomb Community College